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PowerShot Cameras / Re: G15 or G1X for my mom???

« on: October 28, 2012, 07:49:39 PM »

^^^^
I'd like to avoid a DSLR due to the size and weight....I'd prefer to have a camera small enough that she could carry in her purse and have with her at all times, because her cell phone does not have a camera.

Between the G15 and G1X, which would be best for her needs?

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PowerShot Cameras / G15 or G1X for my mom???

« on: October 28, 2012, 06:47:41 PM »

I'm looking to purchase a new point and shoot camera for my mom for Christmas.  My mom is 60 years-old, and she knows absolutely nothing about cameras, but I want to purchase her a camera that takes great photos.  Here are things to consider:

*  She wants an LCD that can be viewed in sunlight....she is always complaining that she can't see the LCD on her current camera in sunlight!
*  I have the Canon S100, but my mom tried it and she thinks it is too small for her, so that also rules out the Sony RX100.
*  The new camera will be used mostly to take photos at birthdays, holidays, family vacations, and the kids/family dogs running around.
*  The new camera needs to have good ISO performance and/or flash performance for different lighting conditions.

Based on these criteria, I've narrowed it down to the G15 and G1X, and I'm leaning toward the G15, because the reviews I've read state the G1X has slow autofocus, which could cause problems when she tries to take photos of the dogs and kids running around. 

What do you guys think would be the best camera for my mom?

Thanks

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: D600 High ISO Examples

« on: October 28, 2012, 02:59:52 PM »

suggest to check for dust more frequently with your new camera since nikon d600 has sensor's dust spots problems...  i am not goin' to post link into this forum since i am not pretty sure whether i am going violate any thing with that;  however, google key search would be "Nikon D600 sensor’s dust spots caused by a gap around the shutter?"

Yep... mine gets dusty.  It is just dust though... and does get blown off with a Giottos Rocket Blower.  It is annoying... but worth the hassle (IMO) for the incredible image quality.

I'm actually surprised that I haven't seen this discussed here yet... Canon guys are usually pretty quick to jump on Nikon quality shortcomings (and the other way around on other forums!).

Has anyone heard if Nikon has a fix in the works to close the gap around the sensor, which allows the dust to enter?  I would think some tape, or a piece of rubber, to fill the gap around the sensor would be a easy production line fix.

I'm looking to purchase either the D600 or the 6D for my dad for Christmas, and right now I'm leaning toward the D600, but I'm going to wait until I know that Nikon has fixed the issue of dust getting on the sensor.

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Landscape / Re: Aurora Borealis in Southeast Alaska

« on: October 13, 2012, 02:39:20 PM »

Great photos!  I would like to start doing this type of night photography....I'm trying to decide between purchasing the 24L II or the 24-70L II.  Obviously, the 24L II is going to be better in low light, but I like the flexibility of the 24-70L II for my overall photography needs. 

I have the 5D MarkIII....Can anyone share their thoughts between the 24-70L II and the 24L II for night sky photography?
Thanks

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Lenses / Re: Update for the EF 24-105 f/4 L ?

« on: September 23, 2012, 02:25:51 PM »

Though I don't see this ever happening, a 24-105 f/2.8 would be my perfect lens.

Building a 4-1 zoom with a wide aperture is very difficult, and compromises will need to be made.  We's want one that was excellent, but its doubtful that it would be the equal of the 3-1 zooms. (except for price - $3500)

Though I don't see this ever happening, a 24-105 f/2.8 would be my perfect lens.

If Canon could build a 24-105 f/2.8 with IS, keep the weight under 1,000 g, and have as good of IQ as the current 24-105 f/4, then I would be will to pay up to $3,000 for it.

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Canon are you listening...?? NIKON D600

« on: September 13, 2012, 12:26:42 AM »

The sample photos taken from the D600 look pretty solid!

http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/dslr/d600/sample.htm

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Nikon D600 $2700 MSRP??

« on: September 13, 2012, 12:20:07 AM »

$2,200....

http://gizmodo.com/5942781/nikon-d600-a-professional-camera-this-awesome-cannot-possibly-be-this-cheap

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Nikon D600 $2700 MSRP??

« on: September 13, 2012, 12:13:42 AM »

It's official...

http://www.nikon.com/news/2012/0913_dslr_01.htm

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Nikon D600 $2700 MSRP??

« on: September 13, 2012, 12:08:22 AM »

http://www.ryda.com.au/Nikon-D600-DSLR-Camera-Body-Only-p/d600body.htm


http://www.pcworld.idg.com.au/article/436318/australian_store_leaks_new_nikon_d600_camera/

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EOS Bodies / Re: Nikon user Swapping to Canon with a 5D3

« on: September 01, 2012, 10:27:15 AM »

I also recently switched from Nikon to Canon, and I am very happy the change.  In the past I've owned the Nikon D90, D700, and D800....in my opinion the D800 is best for a studio environment with a tripod.  The 5D MarkIII is a better all around camera and more fun to shoot with...my only complaint is I wish it had better dynamic range.

Also, Canon appears to offer more frequent, and better, discounts/rebates than Nikon offers.

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Lenses / 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II not fitting securely to 5DMKIII body???

« on: September 01, 2012, 10:15:40 AM »

There is a tiny bit of play when my 70-200 lens is attached to my 5DMKIII....and when I say a tiny bit of play, the lens hardly moves, but it is noticeable.  This is my second 70-200 lens (I returned the first lens, because it had dust in it), and both lenses had the same amount of play when attached to the camera body.  Is this play normal for the 70-200 lens?  It doesn't effect the image quality (attached are a few photos I took with the lens).

By the way, my other lenses (24-105 & 50 f/1.4) attach securely to the camera body and do not move at all.

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Lenses / Re: Another I need advise on a lens thread......

« on: August 25, 2012, 06:26:24 PM »

I had a few general questions based on the gear I currently own:
5D Mark III
24-105L f/4
70-200L f/2.8 IS II
50 f/1.4

• I've read several posts in this forum, which mention having your lenses and camera body calibrated to each other.  How important is it to have this done?  I'm not exactly a "do it yourself" person, so is calibration something that I could have done at my local Canon dealer here in Minneapolis?

• Should the in camera Noise Reduction in my 5d Mark III be turned off, or on?  If it should be on, what NR setting is recommended?

thanks

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Lenses / Re: Another I need advise on a lens thread......

« on: August 13, 2012, 09:48:45 PM »

I'm new to the Canon brand....is there a certain time of the year that offers the best prices on their lenses/gear?  I'm in no hurry to purchase my next lens, so would I probably see better prices around Thanksgiving, or Christmas time?

thanks

P.S. I got a pretty sweet deal last month on my current gear through a bundle at Adorama, and with the double up Canon rebate:

$4,350 - 5D Mark III with 24-105L, 50 f/1.4, and 32GB Sandisk Extreme memory card
$2,099 - 70-200L f/2.8 IS II

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Lenses / Re: Another I need advise on a lens thread......

« on: August 13, 2012, 09:39:26 PM »

Hi,

here my advice:

24L f/1.4 II - great lens, if you need the best image quality buy it

16-35L f/2.8 II - better than the 17-40 but I want besser optical quality

24-70L f/2.8 II - I am under NDA, but I can say: Forget the 24-105 IS and buy this lens, no visible CA, superfast AF. A perfect lens for all who need the best image quality. Only primes perform better.

14-24L f2.8 - If this lens came out, I sell my 16-35L f/2.8 II and go for it. It´s one of the most wanted lenses.

What does "I am under NDA" mean??? thanks

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Lenses / Re: Another I need advise on a lens thread......

« on: August 12, 2012, 04:34:13 PM »

Thanks for the feedback...please keep it coming.

Next question, assuming I go with the 16-35L f/2.8 II, is there any advantage to buying it brand new for $1,529 with the current rebate offer, or do I save $200 by purchasing a refurbished lens directly from Canon for $1,359?

I'm leaning toward buying refurbished, since I can use the difference in price toward a B+W 82mm MRC Slim UV Filter ($130), and I would still come out ahead compared to buying new.